170 S (W136 and W191)
170 S (W136 and W191)
The 170 S was introduced at the Hannover show in 1949. It was based on pre-war designs. The bodywork was similar to that of the 230 (W153). The 170 S was built from May 1949 to February 1955. Its all-round independent suspension gave the car an edge on the competition.
1949 Mercedes-Benz 170 S
room for five
170 Ambulance
1949 Mercedes Benz 170 S Cabriolet A
1949 Mercedes Benz 170 S Cabriolet B
Another example of how the artists made the cars look just that bit grander than they really were.
1949 Mercedes Benz 170 S Cabriolet B
1949 Mercedes Benz 170 S
Specification
1949 Mercedes-Benz 170 S
Engine
Straight 4, 1767cc
Power
52 hp @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
4 speed manual
Chassis
X chassis
Suspension
Independent front and rear
Top speed
122 km/h
Acceleration
0-100 km/h: 32 s
